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These WALX make every step count! Total Body walking ™ is a unique mix of drills and strength exercises. Open to Non Nordic Walkers.

This walk is for those who can walk approx 5-6 km in an hour and is at a strenuous pace. Please do get in touch if you wish to ascertain your suitability.  

For just a £28.00 monthly membership you can join *unlimited WALX, on line classes and a free mnthly walk with any other group

*90mins & under.

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King's Passage enjoys some beautiful views across open forest and big sky scenes, from the height of the ridge from Deerleap and from the Fulliford lowland heath.  

This adventure walk is a 90 minute walk in gear 2 (minimum) - A great chance to increase your stamina if you're happy walking for this length of time with only minimal breaks for a quick drink! 

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Enjoy yourself while improving your health. These very sociable walks are suitable for all ages and levels of ability.

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We're outside to feel good on the inside! 

The Explorer WALX will take you to various local countryside parks and nature reserves, following pathways and river courses around St Albans. Visit some of Hertfordshire's beautiful countryside, on varied terrain, these walks are ideal for anyone who wants to improve their fitness and enjoy the social side of walking.

If you feel unwell between the time of booking the walk and attending please err on the side of caution and cancel.

From one hour WALX in your local country park to a half day in the hills.

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This week the session is being lead by Claire DavisThese WALX make every step count!

Total Body walking™ is a unique mix of drills, strength exercises, the use of Nordic walking poles  to help target the upper body too, whilst making the most of being outdoors

An action packed one hour session to help you increase your fitness levels and gain results!

This one hour session is a mix of cliff path climbs, upper body work plus technique and speed drills - what a way to start the day!

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Join us for a Total Body WALX - Fitness on a Friday. A moderate-intensity walk of between 3 and 4 miles exploring the picturesque Cannock Chase. Although the starting location may differ, each of the walks will be different and bring beautiful landscapes and a variety of colours, aromas, and wildlife from the different seasons.

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Pace: Mainly Gear 2.  Distance covered : approx 3 to 4k depending on weather and ground conditions

A great walk for intermediate Nordic walkers, these weekly walks take place in the parks and public footpaths around Harrow, Stanmore and Ruislip.

An excellent way to start the week is with a Nordic Walx on a Monday or Wednesday in and around Stanmore and Harrow Weald. Get ready for the weekend with a stimulating Saturday morning walx around Stanmore Country Park. Or join us on a Sunday morning for a longer, faster paced walk in Ruislip Woods.

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Where will today`s walk take us? Who is brave enough to book?

Walk lengths will vary. Whilst most will be 90 minutes, please allow up to 2hrs for the walk 

Location will be announced 1-2 weeks before, but it`ll be within ~20mins drive of Stalybridge. Any questions before then, contact Chris

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Our lovely Friday walk is an hour of easy walking incorporating some mobility, balance and stretches - perfect for those who don't want to push themselves too much, are recently starting out on their Nordic walking journey or quite simply want to have an hour of steady, pleasurable  walking.

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Meet at the bottom of the free car park near the entrance to the gardens.

(Post code EX38 8PH). 

For those of you who have completed the Learn to Nordic walk course.

These action packed walks are designed to help you improve your fitness levels and gain FAST results.

Enjoy sociable Nordic walking in stunning locations with a mixed ability group.

Lead by accredited instructors or walk leaders, these walks make the most of our beautiful coastal countryside & Gardens and are a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

This adventure walk will take us along firm foothpaths through wooded areas and gardens. We start and finish at the entrance where we have a choice of venues in which to enjoy locally grown and produced refreshments.

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A sociable gentle paced walk of approximately 2 miles with a pace of 20+ min/min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 1 walk with occasional and limited bursts of gear 2 where appropriate and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is a relaxing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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A sociable moderately paced walk of approximately 3 miles with a pace of 17-18 min/mile.

Mostly a Gear 2 walk and on mixed terrain, this walk makes the most of our beautiful countryside and is a refreshing way to enjoy being active outdoors.

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Fridays at Woburn! Join Emma for a 'Feel Good Friday' Walk.

A Gentle/Moderate pace walk with time to 'Look', take a photo, immerse yourself in your surroundings with the emphasis on enjoying your surroundings and company. Learn something new, take time to appreciate the seasons. Allow up to 90mins as you never know what we'll find...

GENTLE/ADVENTURE pace: 4-5 km / 2-3 miles p/hr

TERRAIN: Grass land, fields, woodland paths with some gentle hills

DISTANCE: up to 5km

PLEASE READ FULL WALK DESCRIPTION FOR MORE DETAILS.

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Power of Poles intro course

Meet at 9.45 for a 10am start at the Barn, Green Farm Thorpe DE6 2AW

Find out how to use fitness walking poles to achieve the results YOU want. This course will help you understand how to select the right kind of poles and use them for health, fitness, fun or challenges.

This course will ensure you get the correct movement and techniques from the start. We provide the poles for tuition sessions. These are strapless during the first part and we change to strapped nordic walking poles in the second half of the course.

Have a look at power-of-poles for more information

After this course you will receive the Freedom Passport to book walks with all NWUK instructors.

A progression to an optional Part 2 of the course gives you the opportunity to explore how to get more out of using Nordic style strapped poles with drills and advanced technique tuition.

Don`t forget to wear suitable shoes and clothing for all weathers and bring a drink and snack.

This is what other people said:

"Thank you for the course on thursday I really enjoyed the afternoon, and am looking forward to being in the walks. It was all very informative and you also made it enjoyable . See you on thursday I only ached a little bit the next day."

"These are brilliant poles as it gives everyone an opportunity to walk and feel able, to join in."

Stiles & Gates – Although I will try and keep routes to a minimum of stiles and gates, you need to be able to climb stiles unaided.

Cancellation Policy: Please cancel 24 hours before the scheduled start time for a session credit to be applied. Cancellations inside of 24 hours will be charged in full.   

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A really lovely walk on footpaths and bridleways, that passes through the deer park and woodland before entering the Valley of the Seven Bridges, and returning to the car park via the Studley Tearooms. Stunning views of Ripon Cathedral. At 4.5 miles, walking mostly in upper gear 1/gear 2, the walk takes around an hour and three quarters.

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Gentle WALX that incorporate balance work, flexibility, strength exercises, deliberate breathing routine and a bit of relaxation too. Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

Join Sally for a class which has a focus on 'walking well' with or without poles, in 2 parts. There will be some drills and a Smovey session for 45 minutes followed by a gentle walk for 45 minutes. You are welcome to join for the whole session or either of the 2 parts. 

Toilets and Cafe

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Friday Frolickers Health Walk

Start your journey to better health and fitness with the Friday Frolickers Health Walk!

Join this friendly and supportive session to take the first step toward a healthier, happier you!

We’d love to see you there!

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This is more than just a walk, we include exercises to  challenge your flexibility, joint mobility, balance and strength whilst using poles to improve general fitness.Exercises are incorporated within the walk.

Results have included a reduction in blood pressure, improvements in breathing, better balance and a general feeling of wellbeing.

We have a lot of fun as we exercise in the fresh air. Great for those who are getting back into exercise, have a health condition or simply want to move well and be fit for life!

Be good to yourself and book now! 

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Friday Cafe Nordic Walx - this is up to 2 hours and 5 miles often followed by a coffee at a local cafe or bring your own flask for an after walk coffee and chat. 

Click to see details of todays walk.

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Choose the pre-paid option and get 20% off - this walk costs £6

Pay by monthly direct debit and this walk is included in the package

The wellbeing walk is suitable for those who have completed the Power of Poles Introductory course/Learn to Nordic walk course and/or haven`t attended a class for a while.

This walk is also suitable for anyone coming back from an injury/illness or has medical conditions that prevent them from walking at a faster pace.

By regularly attending, you will be able to focus on increasing the intensity of your walking as fitness levels improve.

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These WALX make every step count! Total Body Walking is a unique mix of walking drills with strength, balance and postural exercises. No equipment needed. Enthusiasm required. This is a moderate walking paced class incorporating strength and balance exercises outdoors, ideal for those walking to build up their aerobic fitness, and improve strength and balance.

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Birding and a Brew WALX with Ralph 

Join us for a series of gentle, nature-filled walks through some of Derbyshire’s most scenic spots—Kedleston Park, Carsington Water, and Allestree Park. We’ll tune into the sounds of local birdlife, practise identifying birdsong, and enjoy a relaxed pace with plenty of time to stop, listen, and spot. Bring your binoculars if you have them, and stay for a friendly social refreshment break afterwards.

A perfect way to connect with nature and fellow bird enthusiasts.

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A 1 hour walk around Durlston Country park encompassing the nature and geology of the landscape. All whilst enjoyng the stunning views of the Jurassic Coast. 

During every season there is always something to enjoy. Be it the wild flower meadows or the framed views amongst the woodland walk of the seascape and beyond. Make this your weeky taste of the Jurassic Coast - it never disappoins. 

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Enjoy a moderate walk in the beautiful Essex Countryside.

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From Dryhill, we follow the public footpaths to explore the local area.

Some road walking but amazing views towards the North Downs and a chance to see  Red Kites